Paterson Times

Heavy rain, thunderstorms raise flooding concerns in Paterson Periods of heavy rain and possible thunderstorms are expected across Paterson and surrounding communities on Monday, raising concerns about flooding before conditions gradually improve later in the week. A flood watch remains in effect through late Monday night for Passaic County and much of nort

Paterson faces dangerous heat, poor air quality as temperatures surge Paterson residents are being urged to prepare for dangerous heat beginning Wednesday, when the heat index is expected to climb as high as 110 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. An extreme heat warning remains in effect from noon to 9 p.m. on Wednesday for eastern Passaic County,

Soaking rain and storms start the week in Paterson area Paterson and surrounding communities will start the week with a round of soaking rain and possible thunderstorms on Monday before conditions improve on Tuesday and turn warmer later in the week. Showers are expected on Monday, with heavier rain and a possible thunderstorm developing after 2 p.m.

Passaic County Jail site is set for a $150 million transformation Passaic County officials are moving forward with a major redevelopment of the former Passaic County Jail site in downtown Paterson, a project expected to cost up to $150 million and bring a range of county services under one roof. On June 9, the Passaic County Board of County Commissioners approv